HANWEI Dadao by Paul Chen (SH1012)

Dadao by Paul Chen

Long the traditional weapon of China's peasant armies, the Dadao, or big sword, was used with deadly effect as late as the 1930's in the Sino-Japanese war.

Its single- or two-handed versatility, combined with the tremendous slashing power of its weight-forward blade made it the ideal close-quarters sword.

Although the original sword had no scabbard, Hanwei provides a carrying case for protection and ease of transportation.

Made by Hanwei.

Key features:
- Authentic style 
- Carrying case included

Details:
- Blade material: 1566 high carbon steel
- Overall length: approx. 95.3 cm  
- Blade length: approx. 56.5 cm  
- Handle length: approx. 36.2 cm 
- Weight: approx. 1049 g   
- Point of balance: approx. 11.4 cm from the guard 
- Blade width at guard: approx. 4.4 cm  
- Blade width at tip: approx. 9.7 cm    
- Blade thickness at guard: approx. 5 mm  
- Blade thickness at tip: approx. 3 mm  
- Manufacturer´s product no.: SH1012